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MATTHEWS – N.C. Sen. Dan Bishop was in an upbeat mood around lunchtime May 14 as the Republican 9th District congressional candidate greeted primary voters at Elizabeth Lane Elementary School. Bishop was confident about his chances of getting at least 30 percent of the vote to avoid a runoff in the 10-candidate race as just about every voter he greeted seemed to

be a supporter. “I feel good about it,” Bishop said, and his instincts were dead on. The two-term state senator rolled to an impressive win in capturing the Republican nomination. Bishop carried all eight counties in a district that stretches from southern Mecklenburg all the way to Fayetteville. Bishop finished with 48 percent of the vote, easily distancing Union County Comsee ELECTION, Page 3A

N.C. Sen. Dan Bishop talks with a voter May 14 at Elizabeth Lane Elementary School. Paul Nielsen/UCW photo

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WINGATE – U.S. Sen. Richard Burr told graduates at Wingate’s 123rd undergrad uate comBurr mencement on May 11 to “look forward with an active eye and eagerness to learn and adapt.” Burr addressed roughly 400 undergraduates and their families in a packed Cuddy Arena, while more than 1,000 people watched the ceremony via livestream from other campus locations. It was the first time in more than 25 years that commencement, usually held in the Academic Quad, had to be moved inside due to the

threat of thunderstorms. Focusing much of his speech on the quickening pace of technological innovation, Burr said a recent study on the coming “Fourth Industrial Revolution” showed that high-speed mobile Internet access, artificial intelligence, widespread use of big data and cloud technology would be the major disruptors of the next decade, creating a net gain of 133 million jobs globally but bringing to an end an estimated 75 million traditional occupations as positions are automated. He said graduates will need to make a lifelong commitment to adaptation and see BURR, Page 4A

Combined with those who walked in December, about 850 Wingate students received degrees during the 2018-19 academic year.

WINGATE – Students earning graduate degrees at Wingate University on May 10 were encouraged to think like entrepreneurs, to walk in someone else’s shoes and to never stop looking for “t=0” moments to start something new. The advice came from LendingTree CEO Doug Lebda, who defined his speech as a chance to speak truth through Lebda the lens of the university’s “faith, knowledge, service” motto. “What I loved about your faith, knowledge and service, is that these all build on top of each other,” Lebda said, “and if you continue to focus on those three things, I promise you, you’re going to have a life of meaning and a life of consequence like you will never imagine.” Having founded what is now a $3 billion online loan marketplace after struggling to find the best mortgage for his first home, Lebda told graduates it was a college professor who helped him find the faith he needed to start his own company. He urged his students to seek knowledge by see LEBDA, Page 5A

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HENDERSONVILLE – Cuthbertson more than doubled runner-up Marvin Ridge’s scores in both the boys and girls NCHSAA 3A West Regional track and field championship on a rain-soaked track May 11 at North Henderson High School. The rain poured at times, but Cavs coach Dustin Allen said that wasn’t something his team worried about although it did have an effect.

“They handled it great,” he said. “They didn’t use it as an excuse at all.” Netanya Linares (high jump) and Maddie Bumgarner (pole vault) both placed fifth in their events at regionals, which will hurt the Cavs at the state meet since both were indoor state champs this winter. “Netanya ran two sets of hurdles in the rain, she did pole vault in the rain and she did long jump in the rain,” Allen said. “She probably weighed 10 more pounds when she got to high jump. “Indoor and outdoor, she’s done every-

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The Cuthbertson boys and girls both won by more than double their opponents score. The Cavs claimed 18 titles in all. Courtesy of Dustin Allen

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Scholarship winners from left to right are Shawn Armstrong, Milton Sheffield (Optimist Club), Ashton Petty, William Kennelly, Elizabeth Ann Golobish, Gabriel Ottey, Sarah Yumet, Simon Jenkins, Autumn Frank, Amaya Walls, Mary Ann Maxson (Optimist Club president). Monekka Cheyanne Norwood is not pictured. Photo courtesy of Bill Deter

Weddington Optimist Club awards laptop computer scholarships WEDDINGTON – The Optimist Club of Weddington announced winners of its computer laptop scholarship program. Students wrote essays on why they deserved the award and how the laptop would help them. Club members judged the essays. “All of the winners did a wonderful job with their essays,” President Mary Ann Maxson said. “All of these students have a bright future ahead of them and we wish them much success.” The club launched the scholarship program 20 years ago with a single laptop awarded to a Sun Valley High School senior. The program has grown to include every high school in Union County. Winners were Shawn Armstrong, of Forest Hills; Autumn Frank, of Piedmont; Elizabeth Ann Golobish, of Porter Ridge; Simon Jenkins, of Weddington; William Kennelly, of Cuthbertson; Monekka Cheyanne Norwood, of Monroe; Gabriel Ottey, of Sun Valley; Ashton Petty, of CATA; Amya Walls, of Parkwood; and Sarah Yumet, of Union Academy. The club has been active in the community since 1980. It is also involved in an oratorical contest, essay contest, breakfast with Santa and improved students party. Carrying the motto, “Friend of Youth,” Optimists conduct positive service projects that reach more than six million young people each year. Call Mike at 980-328-5700 or visit www.weddington-optimist.org to learn more about the club.

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Michael Farrar, public works health & safety program manager, received the Silver Award for the county. Silver Award recipients are based on the cases with days away from work rate. These are recorded when a worker missed at least one full day of work, not including the day of injury.

School board extends superintendent's contract MONROE – The Union County Board of Education voted to extend Superintendent Andrew Houlihan’s contract through June 30, 2023. The board approved a three-year contract extension on May 7. The original contract approved in August 2016 ended June 2020. Under Dr. Houlihan’s leadership, Union County Public Schools has received several accolades for work around high-quality instruction, literacy support, college and career readiness initiatives, school safety/social and emotional learning plans and community partnership expansion. “Union County Public Schools is an incredible school system, and I want to thank the Board of Education, staff, students, teachers, parents and our community for their continued support,” Houlihan said. “I am grateful for the opportunity to work with the best educators in North Carolina, and I am looking forward to building on our successes and staying the course on a model of continuous improvement.”

Charter Communications leader joins state board RALEIGH – Gov. Roy Cooper appointed Jonathon Holt, of Indian Trail, to the Underground Damage Prevention Review Board. Holt is senior director of regional construction for Charter Communications. He previously was the regional director of commercial construction for Time Warner Cable.

Union West Library to host health, fitness fair INDIAN TRAIL – The Union West Regional Library will host a health and fitness fair. The family event starts at 2 p.m. May 18 at the library, 123 Unionville-Indian Trail Road. Dennis Joyner, the county's public health director, said the library's initiative is “a good opportunity to raise public awareness about the various aspects of maintaining healthy lifestyles.” Luis Pérez, a certified personal trainer with LTP, will bring information on fitness, CBD oil benefits, flu prevention and general wellness to those in attendance. He'll conduct a seminar at 2 p.m. on how to maximize time and results by working out at home with minimum equipment. Carolina Pharmacy will answer questions

Union County Risk Manager Keith Richards received the Gold Award. Companies must have a rate of days away from work, job transfer or restriction at least 50 percent below the industry average. Photos courtesy of Union County

Union County receives safety awards from labor dept. MONROE – The N.C. Department of Labor presented Union County with a Gold Award and Silver Award on May 9 during the Union County Chamber of Commerce’s annual safety awards luncheon. The county won gold for the fifth consecutive year and silver for the third consecutive year. NCDOL’s awards program recognizes firms that achieve and maintain good safety records. The program is designed to stimulate interest in accident prevention and promote safety in the workplace. Labor Commissioner Cherie Berry presents awards annually to employers who have had no fatalities and have maintained an incident rate at least 50 percent below the average for its industry group.

Radio show broadcasting from open house INDIAN TRAIL – M/I Homes will hold an open house at Heritage–Traditions that includes a live radio broadcast with Ramona Holloway from 107.9 The Link’s “Matt & Ramona Show.” The event also offers games, food from Something Classic, portraits from a caricature artist and tours. Heritages-Tradition is offering ranch and two-story homes from 1,970 to 3,271 square feet. The free event takes place noon to 3 pm May 18 at 1002 Heritage Point. RSVP by May 17 at salescharlotte@mihomes.com or 704-9168785. Visit www.mihomes.com/heritagetradi tions for details.

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Above: This screenshot from the North Carolina State Board of Elections’ website shows how the 10 Republican candidates fared in the Republican 9th District congressional primary. Below: N.C. Sen. Dan Bishop talks to a supporter May 14 at a south Charlotte restaurant. Paul Nielsen/UCW photo

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missioner Stony Rushing, who finished second with 20 percent of the vote. Former Mecklenburg County Commissioner Matthew Ridenhour was third with 17 percent of the vote. Bishop will face Democrat Dan McCready in the Sept. 10 general election, which is the same date as the municipal Republican and Democratic primaries in Charlotte. Minutes after declaring victory in front of supporters at a south Charlotte restaurant, Bishop set his sights on the Democratic nominee. “Voters in the 9th District deserve a clear choice, and we are going to give them one,” Bishop said. “We have work to do. I heard every day and at the polls today was no different, the people are astonished and amazed and dismayed at what they see coming out of Washington these days from the liberal crazy clowns. Socialism, open borders, infanticide, 90-percent tax rates, having prison inmates vote and it could go on and on. It is something new every day. And wrong Dan McCready went through two elections without telling anyone where he stood on any issue.’’ The special election was called after last November’s election was invalidated by the North Carolina Board of Elections after alleged absentee ballot fraud emerged in Bladen County on behalf of then-GOP candidate Mark Harris. Harris endorsed the call for a new election but did not run in the primary, citing health issues. Democrats also wasted no time in focusing on the September general election. “As a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, clean energy entrepreneur and a job creator, Dan McCready is ready to get to work serving North Carolina in Congress,” said Demo-

cratic Congressional Campaign Committee Chairwomen Cheri Bustos, who is a Congresswoman from Illinois. “Rampant Republican election fraud robbed thousands of North Carolinians of the right to vote that Dan McCready fought to defend in uniform. Dan McCready’s record of service and his commitment to fighting for lower health care costs and better job opportunities for North Carolina is why he’s clearly the best candidate in this race.” McCready was unopposed in the Democratic Primary and he will enter the general election campaign with a sizable war chest in a race that is expected to draw national attention and millions of dollars in outside campaign spending. Since declaring for the special election, McCready has raised $2 million and had $1.6 million on hand at the end of the April, according to Federal Election Commission reports. Bishop raised $505,000, including a $250,000 loan from himself, and had $184,000 on hand as of the April 24 FEC report, but fellow Republicans said the nominee will have sufficient resources to compete with McCready. Former Union County Republican Party Chairman Dan Barry, who endorsed Bishop in the primary, said the Republican nominee will have no problem raising the money to run a competitive campaign. “Dan Bishop had a really strong showing (in the primary),” Barry said. “I think it is fantastic that we don’t have a runoff and I am looking forward to the race between Dan McCready, no stand Dan, and Dan Bishop. This is a conservative district, this is a Republican seat and I think we will do very well.” Jeff Scott, a Charlotte Libertarian, and Allen Smith, a Charlotte Green Party member, are also in the congressional race.

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that they must improve soft skills, such as interpersonal relationships and the ability to interact with others. “In layman’s terms, take the earbuds out and talk to people,” Burr said. Serving his third term in the U.S. Senate after five terms in the House, Burr admitted the government is not keeping pace with technological changes. “While this explosion and growth of innovation has created innumerable products to make our lives better, the architecture to accommodate it is largely still stuck in the 20th century,” he said. He cited the fact that it can take nearly 10 years for the federal government to approve a life-saving drug and mentioned the U.S. Patent Office’s ongoing backlog of 500,000 to a million requests. Still, Burr said, it will be up to citizens to create change. “You’ll have your own responsibilities in order to succeed,” he said, “and that’s how these foundations of our society, those that remain outdated to the present challenge, will change from within. They’ll be forced to.” Burr told the graduates, 347 of whom were awarded bachelor of science degrees, that they will need to continue seeking, learning and adapting. “The most successful people in life – and those who will remain successful in the coming period of innovation – are those that find things they love, but also find new things to love that will engage their curiosity, activate our natural impulse to do good in our communities, and continue learning throughout their lives, even after they’ve passed through commencement as you’re about to,” he said. After the ceremony, Nyinyi Myin of Charlotte, one of nine students to earn a bachelor of music education, said he was beyond excited about graduating. “I am ready to conquer the world,” Myin said. “I plan to teach

U.S. Sen. Richard Burr’s audience included 428 undergraduates receiving degrees. Photo courtesy of Wingate University

music and hopefully go on to get my master’s and doctorate at some point.” Harrison Taylor isn’t sure what’s next for him but said he was thrilled to have earned his bachelor of science in communication with an emphasis in journalism and mass media. “The most exciting thing I heard during commencement was when they called my name to give me my diploma,” he said. Forty students earned bachelor of arts degrees; 21 were awarded their bachelor of science in nursing; and 11 received the bachelor of liberal studies. University gives special awards Wingate awarded two honorary degrees. Gen. James Amos, USMC (Ret.), the 35th commandant of the U.S. Marine Corps, and his wife, Bonnie Amos, each received a doctor of humane letters. A 42-year military veteran, Gen. Amos led Marines in combat in Iraq in 2003 and 2004, later serving at Camp Lejeune and in Quantico, Virginia. He led the U.S. Joint Task Force overseeing air combat operations in Serbia and Kosovo. During his tenure as commandant of the Marine Corps, he completed the Corps’ combat mission in Afghanistan.

By his side, Bonnie Amos advocated for military families, influencing policies and programs within the Marine Corps and the Department of Defense. She continues to be involved in the Military Spouse of the Year Award and is a spokesperson for Hiring Our Heroes. Additionally, the university handed out faculty awards to Laora Brizendine, an associate professor of mathematics, and Brandy Clemmer, an assistant professor of sport sciences and clinical coordinator for athletic training. Brizendine, who has a knack for helping students understand how to solve difficult problems, was awarded the Charles and Hazel Corts Award for Excellence in Teaching. Joe Patterson, chairman of the university’s board of trustees, said Brizendine’s “kindness, patience and knowledge have opened students’ eyes to the beauty and wonder of mathematics.” Clemmer won the Debra M. O’Neal Award. Clemmer was recognized for redesigning her department’s clinical education courses to not only be more efficient and effective for students but also to be better aligned with accrediting-body standards. Colleagues said Clemmer is driven to make her students the best they can be, Pat-

terson said in presenting the award. Standout students earn recognition Tanika Rose Santos MacSwain won the Budd E. and Ethel K. Smith Award, given to the graduating senior judged to have made an outstanding contribution through leadership of fellow students. An exercise science major from Charlotte, MacSwain is headed to the University of Kentucky to study kinesiology with a concentration in health promotion. The C.C. Burris Award, reserved for the graduating senior woman who represents the ideals of scholarship, leadership and service, went to Anna Catherine Holmquist from Lincoln, Nebraska. A political science major and All-American volleyball player, Holmquist earned a Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship to Brazil for 2020. Marketing major Niklas Martin won the A.F. Hendricks Award. A Kempton, Germany, native, Martin served as captain of the swim team and earned national recognition for an online platform he developed for social entrepreneurship faculty around the world to exchange teaching resources. Martin is headed to graduate school in the Netherlands. The Hendricks Award is presented to the gradu-

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ating senior man who represents the ideals of scholarship, leadership and service. Kirby Dean Goodin, a human services major from Statesville, took home the The Fred H. Allen Award. This award goes to the graduating senior judged to have exhibited outstanding Christian leadership and to have been involved in significant Christian service projects. She spent spring break helping the Missionaries of the Poor in Jamaica and has worked to improve the lives of children locally and in Haiti. The Jerry and Alice Surratt Award, presented to the graduating senior who has made the most significant contributions in the area of international education through scholarship and service, went to Danielle Lee Nook, a communications major from Ridge, New York. Nook studied abroad in Costa Rica and in Spain and served in the university’s international studies office. The H.K. Helms Award, reserved for those with the highest academic average, went to Sarah Brooke Barnhardt, Carrie Joy Brown, Leanne Elizabeth Mansfield, Hannah Brook Mullis, Savannah Noelle Rollins, Hannah Marie Teague, Mikhayla Lynn Turner, Chandler Dalton Williams and Lucas Yatsugafu, all of whom earned a 4.0 GPA.

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asking questions and “reframing the game.” “For me, it was reframing it between will the business be successful and am I learning?” Lebda said. “The times in my career I’ve been most inspired are not related to when the company’s doing well.” Lebda told students to seek a win-win: A life of service to others that also brings them good outcomes. They should always be ready to start something new. “Entrepreneurs are great at having ‘T-zero’ moments. T is time and zero is zero,” Lebda said. “At any moment in your life, you’ve got time to start right now on something else: new career, new job, new something, new relationship, to repair a relationship. You have time right now to have a t=0 moment.” Graduates also heard advice from Heidi Massey-Bong, the vice president of Shell Trademark Management, who was presented with a doctor of humane letters. Massey-Bong, who started out as a summer intern at Shell, has supported Wingate’s School of Sport Sciences by providing students with hands-on learning. She told graduates that she is a firm believer in the mantra of her mentor, successful racing entrepreneur Roger Penske: effort equals success. Those at commencement got an example of successful efforts when the Excellence in Research & Scholarship Award was presented to Carrie Griffiths for her research

LendingTree CEO Doug Lebda encouraged students to act, not wait. Photo courtesy of Wingate University

in critical-care pharmacy. An associate professor and clinical pharmacist at Wingate for nearly seven years, Griffiths has authored more than 20 scholarly publications, written a book chapter and made numerous presentations. She was recently awarded fellow status in the Society of Critical Care Medicine and has made huge strides in researching virtual intensive-care units. Griffiths is a 2010 summa cum laude graduate of Wingate’s School of Pharmacy and was valedictorian of her class. More than half of the graduates crossing the stage Friday night received olive-green bordered hoods as doctors of pharmacy. Nearly 30 were awarded master’s in business administration or master’s in accounting degrees from the Porter

Byrum School of Business, while 17 earned their master’s degrees in sport management. The Thayer School of Education awarded one doctor of education degree and 10 master’s degrees. And Linda Xiong was recognized as valedictorian of the School of Pharmacy. Faculty, staff honored during Baccalaureate Earlier Friday morning, Chrissy Tatum Williamson, pastor of Greystone Baptist Church in Raleigh, encouraged graduates to leave campus with confidence, knowing they are ready for whatever comes next. Williamson reminded students of the role of mentors – the theme of Baccalaureate, which has for the past few years served primarily as a time for graduating seniors to hon-

or Wingate employees who have helped them find their way. Students nominated more than 130 members of the faculty and staff, who were awarded medallions prior to the worship service. “Mentors see us. They come to us in many different ways,” Williamson told the crowd in McGee Theatre. “Sometimes friends, sometimes professors, sometimes parents, and sometimes they come from unexpected places at just the right time. They share their wisdom, they share their experience and they help us find the way. They walk the path with us day after day and help us reach our goals.” She encouraged graduates to ask for help when they need it. “You can do anything you set your minds to, but you can’t do

it alone,” she said. “And I hope by now you have learned that you don’t have to.” Seniors Samantha Lev and JaVon Hopkins, who shared their personal faith journeys. A self-described “Jewish girl from New Jersey,” Lev said she knew she was taking a risk coming to a college in the South with a Christian heritage, but what she found at Wingate was not ridicule but curious questions that helped strengthen her faith. A preacher’s kid who had grown up in church, Hopkins said he left his faith behind once he got to college, focusing instead on parties and popularity. But when a series of deaths in his family and failing relationships with his parents and friends sent him on a downward spiral, he turned back to the Scriptures and found a new beginning. Citing Matthew 17:20, Hopkins said his mustard-seed faith truly moved mountains in his life during his time at Wingate, where he found like-minded friends he plans to keep for a lifetime. Provost Helen Tate thanked students headed toward commencement for taking time out to recognize their mentors, referring to them as “prophets and wizards.” “Mentors are prophets because they see the potential in us that we don’t see in ourselves,” Tate said. “They are wizards because they bring that forward in us just by recognizing it and calling it out.” The Friday morning service featured a choir made up of faculty, alumni and friends, and performances by Lamar Davis and Sarah Summers from the Class of 2019.

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Black Chicken Market adjusts its regional presence by Andrew Stark andrew@cmgweekly.com

MATTHEWS – Owner Jason Niec is making a clean start of sorts at the Black Chicken Market. Niec has been in the same spot for nearly a decade operating the 500-square-foot Black Chicken Wine Cellar in Matthews while also co-owning and running Black Chicken in Waxhaw for the past four and a half years. He and his partner and co-owner recently sold their Waxhaw location, which Niec is helping to transition into a Cork and Ale with the new owners soon. Niec’s wine shop had been next to the Subway that closed at 131-1B Matthews Station St. When it did, he went all in and completed construction on the new Black Chicken Market on March 4. So what’s changed? Everything. The market now has eight beers on tap and 35 to 40 more selections of bottles. The taps change every time they run out, but Kronenbourg is Niec’s favorite beer and always on tap. There is wine from wall to wall in a large section of the store. There are around 12 by-the-glass selections, but Niec will allow customers to open any bottle on his shelves. Niec is very knowledgeable, but most of his reviews on Yelp.com paint him

Jason Niec, of Black Chicken Market, has expanded his Matthews location. Andrew Stark/UCW photo

as friendly and not pushy. The market has an expanded selection of fine and imported cheeses, as well as a kitchen that serves food from 11 a.m. to close. “It’s more of a deli/daily market and a place to get a quick lunch of high quality and a place to come have a glass or bottle of wine and some good draft beer,” Niec said. “There is something for everyone.” Black Chicken Market serves cheese and charcuterie boards and

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and Gabriella Gastro who each scored a pair of gold medals. Goode took first in the 100 and the 200, while Castro was the 800 and 1,600-meter champ. Other individual champions included Mackenzie Townsend (400, second in 200), Linares (100 hurdles), Ava Studney (pole vault), Jade McLain (triple jump) and Kaleigh Million (discus). The Cavs also took three of the four relays. They won the 4x100 with Skylar Tatianya Lausen, Addison Benz, Kailyn Hayes and Trista Taylor; the 4x200 with Benz, Townsend, Hayes and Dahlia Cutler; and the 4x400 with

salads like a chef with ham, turkey, swiss, cheddar, tomatoes and egg, or a smoked salmon salad that comes with avocado, arugula, spinach, red onion, d’anjou pear, walnuts and a housemade lemon vinaigrette. Niec said some of the most popular sandwiches, which range in price from $5 to $9, include the smoked salmon that’s served with goat cheese, tomato, red onion, capers, dill, ground black pepper, greens; the Italian loaded with salami, mor-

Townsend, Benz, Cutler and Presley Worf. Marvin Ridge’s lone championship came in the 4x800 as Caroline Blanton, Riley Basinger, Paige Rhule and Sarah Overby combined to win. The Cavs raced to the win with 223.5 points, which was 120 points clear of their competition. “We’re lucky to have a wide array of athletes that we can utilize in different ways,” Allen said. “We’re not a team that has to have one person do it all for us, which is obviously good for this level. It’s the reason we’re able to win indoor state championships and why we have a chance this weekend because we have so many kids we can get into events.” The team also has specific coaches for sprints, hurdles, high jump, long and triple jump, pole vault and shot put.

tadella, capicola, provolone, greens, tomato, red onion, banana peppers and Duke’s Mayo; or the Italian Caprese topped with fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil, pesto, olive oil and a drizzle of balsamic. There’s also choices like egg salad, reuben, pimento cheese, roast beef and cheddar melt and about a half dozen more selections. The old space had just three three patio tables, but now there are at least seven. Inside, there is a 10-per-

“We have a coach at every spot, so we’re not only able to get kids where they belong, but once we get them there, they’re actually getting coached instead of a running coach giving workouts,” Allen said. “That’s obviously beneficial.” Marvin Ridge placed second with 103 points. Charlotte Catholic was 15th with 11 points. On the boys side, the Cavs got seven titles all with the help of three individuals. Bradon Black won titles in the 200 and 400; Kyle Stamper took gold in the 800 and 1,600 while Trevor Grant claimed first in both the long jump and triple jump. “They’ve been awesome all year,” Allen said. “Trevor didn’t practice once all season because he was playing baseball ... One day, he went 2-for-4 at the plate against Ardrey

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son bar and a few more tables to sit and relax in the casual environment. There are also specials. Wednesday nights are half-priced draft beer evenings with any of the eight selections. On Thursdays, there are wine tastings from 5 to 7 p.m. They cost $10, and Niec and his staff will choose an ever-rotating group of four bottles from a certain winery and region to be sampled. If guests buy a bottle of the four selections, the $10 fee is waived. The atmosphere is relaxed, the vibe is calm, the prices are right and the quality is outstanding. It’s all done on purpose. Niec got to watch as downtown Waxhaw grew from a sleepy town to a thriving area with restaurants, shops and people out having a good time. “It was neat to watch it boom,” he said. “I took that place away from Southsiders as soon as they closed down. I was having brunch across the street and when the ‘for lease’ sign went up, I walked over and said, ‘You can take the sign down because I’m going to take that spot.’ “I loved it there. My old partner and I are still great friends, but now it’s time for me to focus just on this and put everything into it.” Niec hopes to be in Matthews for another 10 years as it continues with the same type of changes he witnessed in Waxhaw.

Kell and showed up and broke the school record in the triple jump, long jump and high jump. He’s just a freak athlete.” In addition, Black teamed with Ashton Spangler, Christian Phelps and Aidan McNally to win the 4x200. Marvin Ridge didn’t win any events but got second-place finishes from Quinn Stokely (high jump), Ryan Manns (200 and won 100 prelim, but finished third) and in the 4x200 relay (Manns, Evin McEntee, Ryan Hank and Grant Sutherland). Cuthbertson finished first with 159 points and was followed by Marvin Ridge (71.5 points, second) and Charlotte Catholic (six, 22nd). Visit www.unioncountyweekly.com to read how Weddington boys and girls faired in their meet, as well as other track news.

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• 1000 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard (2 cases) • 1100 block of Midwood Drive • 1400 block of East Franklin Street • 2100 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 2300 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 2400 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 2500 block of Old Charlotte Highway • 4500 block of Corporate Center Drive Thefts, Vehicle • 1000 block of Circle Drive • 1300 block of North Charlotte Avenue • 1700 block of Ashcraft Avenue Thefts, Vehicle Parts • 700 block of Cotton Street • 1600 block of Campus Park Drive

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Weddington

Break-Ins • 3700 block of Forest Lawn Drive Drugs • 5600 block of Weddington Road Littering • 100 block of Redbird Lane Property Damage • 1600 block of Batson Creek Lane The Stallings Police Department reported these incidents April 29-May 5: Domestic Violence Protection Order • 3100 block of Smith Farm Road Driving While Impaired • Chestnut Lane • 4700 block of Shannamara Drive Failure to Return Rental Property • 13000 block of East Independence Boulevard Obtain Property by False Pretenses • 4300 block of Stevens Mill Road • 13600 block of East Independence Boulevard Rape • Unspecified location. Thefts • 100 block of Eaglecrest Drive • 1100 block of Avalon Place Unauthorized Use of Vehicle • 3500 block of Stallings Road

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Q&A with one of Charlotte’s most-followed Instagrammers by Karie Simmons . karie@cmgweekly.com

crolling through @eatdrinkclt on Instagram will make you hungry for burgers, pizza, sushi and fries. It’ll also make you want a margarita from Pacos Tacos and Tequila, a tuna melt from The Common Market and a slice of Ooey Gooey Butter Cake from Firebirds Wood Fired Grill. Is your stomach rumbling yet? The account was created by 27-year-old Allie Papajohn, a self-taught Instagrammer with a degree in journalism and public relations from the University of South Carolina. In addition to running @eatdrinkclt, she also works full time in marketing at Bojangles’ corporate office. Papajohn started the account when she moved to Charlotte in November 2014. As she ate her way around the city’s booming restaurant scene, she snapped pictures of everything she tried. She didn’t want to post them on her personal Instagram, so she made a separate account just for food and drinks and, at the time, just for fun. Fast forward four and a half years and @eatdrinkclt now boasts over 47,000 followers. It’s one of the most-followed food and drink accounts in the area, and restaurants all around the Queen City (and beyond) are flooding Papajohn’s inbox asking her for coverage. I recently sat down with Papajohn at Amélie’s French Bakery & Café in Carmel Commons (7715 Pineville-Matthews Road) to preview its summer menu and pick her brain about life as an Instagrammer.

When did you notice you were gaining a lot of followers? After I hit 1,000 or 2,000 followers, that’s when it started growing really fast. I remember one day hitting 10,000 and I was just like, how did that happen? Honestly, it was unintentional. I was always posting, always trying to engage, always liking other people’s photos. So I think it was partly being on there so consistently and partly because there weren’t many food Instagrams to follow when I started. Being on there consistently has been huge. I’ve never stopped in four years. I’ve never taken a week off. I’ve barely even taken three days off of posting.

What sets @eatdrinkclt apart? I only post food. I don’t post any lifestyle shots or photos of me, so when you follow, I think you know what you’re getting. You’re not going to see me posing on a wall because I don’t do fashion. I don’t do fitness. It’s just strictly food. There aren’t as many accounts that are just strictly food, which is not a bad thing, but if you just want to look at food, you can follow me for that.

From a personal standpoint, does the work to maintain the account and the pressure to always be posting ever get to you? Absolutely. Having a full-time job makes it really hard to get everything in. Obviously, a couple years ago, this was much easier to handle, but now that it’s turned into kind of a side business … I fill up almost every night of the week with something, and if I’m not doing something, it’s because I said no and just wanted to go home after work. I’ve made it work, but it’s certainly getting exhausting sometimes. I always say if I didn’t love it I wouldn’t do it anymore, and so far I have not wanted to stop.

Why do you love it? I love eating, first and foremost. I like exploring new food. I don’t have a picky bone in my body when it comes to food. Oh, macaroons! (Joannah Long, Amélie's marketing manager, had just placed a colorful plate of macaroons on the table). Being a resource when people ask me or send me messages like, where should I get this? Where should I go for this? What part of town? I love answering those messages. A lot of times, off the top of my head, I know where to get what you asked for. I think that’s a huge part of it for me, just being able to help people in Charlotte when they’re looking for stuff, especially since there are new restaurants every five minutes. see EATDRINKCLT, Page 2B

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Have you noticed any drawbacks? Just how social media works, like algorithms. One minute you will post something that does super well and a ton of people see it, and the next day you’ll post something that looks just as good and get half the engagement on it. That’s tough when you start charging because you might charge a restaurant to post a burger and then you post it and it does terrible. Then the next night, you post something you just ate on your own and it does great. So, it’s frustrating when someone is paying you because you obviously want the best results for them.

When did you start charging restaurants for Instagram posts? Basically January 2018. I was honestly terrified to start monetizing, which is one reason I waited so long to do it. I felt guilty at the thought of charging restaurants when they were already offering free meals, but when I sat back and looked at how much time and money (gas/tips/etc.) I was spending on this, I knew I needed to make the jump. A few of my friends in this space encouraged me and kind of coached me through it, and I’m super thankful for that. I also had support from restaurant owners that I was already basically working with, and that made it all seem less scary, too.

Do you really eat all of the food you post?

I don’t cook. I’m either going out to eat or eating leftovers from something that week. I have leftovers from three different places in my fridge this week. It’s ridiculous. Everything you see, I’ve either eaten the whole thing or a bite of it. So I can say that I can vouch for all of the food and I’ve actually tried it. Which is good because why would you post something you can’t stand behind or wouldn’t recommend to somebody?

What are the keys to a good Instagram post?

Making sure the photo is clear, not blurry, trying not to over filter anything. I actually

Allie Papajohn, 27, photographs new menu items at Amélie’s French Bakery & Café in south Charlotte for her Instagram account @eatdrinkclt. Karie Simmmons/UCW photos

used to use filters for a long time and now I edit in an app called Snapseed. Then I put it in Instagram and will sometimes brighten, always sharpen and then I’ll add a slight filter only rarely now. I go for the good lighting so I don’t have to do that anymore. Hashtags really do help. I stopped for a while and I feel like when I added them back in, it was huge. Caption-wise, I think just being yourself and giving people more information than just: here’s a burger, enjoy. Talk about what’s in it, what you had and what the experience was like.

How has your content evolved since you started this account? I go back and look at my old pictures all the time just to laugh at them. I’ve gotten way better at photography. I always enjoyed it but was never great at it. Now I feel like I have some skill in that area. Phone develop-

ments have helped. When I started, I had an iPhone 4, so the camera quality has gotten better since then. I’ve just had so much practice. I seriously take a food photo every day, whether it’s for work or for this. Inspiration, too. Following other people and seeing what they do and what works for them has been really helpful. I’m always learning.

What’s keeping you from making Instagram your full-time job? I think just being insecure about it lasting. I don’t want to get to a point where Instagram is irrelevant, which it very much could be in a year. I do write for Charlotte Agenda, Scoop Charlotte and some other freelance opportunities now that bring in money. The key would be to have all those other things bringing in income, too. I would never just rely on my Instagram because you never know what

the next social media platform is going to be, and if it’s something completely different that has nothing to do with what I like to do, then how am I going to make that work?

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Exhibit showcases skyscrapers made out of LEGOs CHARLOTTE – Discovery Place Science is building up to a summer of innovation when 20 scale models of the world’s most astonishing skyscrapers – from the Empire State Building to Shanghai Tower – move into the museum. “Towers of Tomorrow with LEGO Bricks,” a traveling exhibition from Sydney Living Museums in Australia, arrives June 1. Ryan “The Brickman” McNaught built the towers out of LEGO bricks on a scale of 1:200. It took more than half a million LEGO bricks (and more than 2,400 hours) to build the exhibition. “Creating two- to four-meter high versions of these iconic buildings was an incredible challenge, pushing the almost limitless possibilities of LEGO,” McNaught said. “The results should amaze and inspire visitors of all ages.” In addition to admiring the skyscrapers, visitors will have the opportunity to build their own towers from over 200,000 loose LEGO bricks located in hands-on construction areas of the exhibition. “We want visitors to see these amazing towers and be inspired by the craftsmanship of each model

COMING SOON Theaters • May 17: A Dog’s Journey • May 17: John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum • May 24: Aladdin • May 24: Booksmart • May 24: Brightburn • May 31: Godzilla: King of the Monsters • May 31: Ma • May 31: Rocketman

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as well as the building itself,” said Catherine Wilson Horne, Discovery Place president and CEO. “This is a chance for them to create their own vision of the future and gain a better understanding of how we can build that future together.” Opening day on June 1 will in-

clude a series of design and building-related challenges to tap one's inner engineer. Experiences include a community coral build, make your own tower hat, hourly building challenges, a built to win game show and a shake table competition. Other activities will engage visitors

throughout the exhibit, which closes Sept. 2. Tickets cost $22 for adults, $20 for seniors ages 60-plus and $18 for children ages 2 to 13. The museum is at 301 N. Tryon St. Visit www.discoveryplacescience. org for details.

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God Bless the USA, which is Indian Trail’s garbage and recycling collection partner, will once again sponsor the town's Hits After Six concert series. Photo courtesy of Town of Indian Trail

INDIAN TRAIL – It’s almost time for another sound check on the Main Stage at Indian Trail’s Crossing Paths Park. The Hits After Six concert series continues after debuting April 4 with a performance by classic rock band Sonic Rewind. Events take place Thursday evenings in Crossing Paths Park, 130 Blythe Drive. The 80s tribute band Kids In America will perform May 16; beach music band The Catalinas will take the stage Aug. 15; and beach music band Too Much Sylvia will perform Sept. 19. Events include food and drink vendors, a bounce house, face painting and yard games for kids. Visit www.itsparksandrec.com for details.

Heritage festival seeks vendors, exhibitors MONROE – The Union County Extension Master Gardeners announce a call for vendors and exhibitors for the 2019 Union County Heritage Festival, which is a celebration of the area's natural, cultural and historical heritage. The event takes place 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 21 at the Union County Agricultural Conference Center. The theme for 2019 is “Sweet Union: Still Growing Community.” The festival committee seeks vendors and exhibitors in the following categories: arts and crafts, natural products, lawn and garden, cultural and community, nature and science, health and fitness, and recycling and conservation. Early-bird rates are available before July 21. Vendor booth fees cost $25 for outdoor spaces, and $50 or $60 for indoor booths. Nonprofit booth fees are $0 outdoors and $25 or $35 for indoor booths. After July 21, booth fees increase by $15. Applications are available at www.mastergardener sunioncountync.org/heritage-festival.

Arts council offers grant opportunities MONROE – The Union County Community Arts Council is accepting grant applications for its Grassroots Arts Program through noon July 18. Grants are available for qualified nonprofits and individuals whose purpose is to promote and develop diverse cultural arts programming in Union County. The program is made possible through the N.C. Department of Cultural Resources and local funding. Applicants for grassroots funding must live in Union County and provide a service that benefits a large percentage of the community. Criteria, guidelines and applications are available at www.unionarts.org.

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Kaleidoscope Fest showcases arts, food WAXHAW – Kaleidoscope Fest showcases Waxhaw’s culture from fine arts and crafts to the performing arts. Beginning in 2019, Kaleidoscope Fest is changing to a oneday food, music and art festival to account for the town quickly becoming a hub for foodies, artists and musicians. The spring festival takes place 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 18 in downtown Waxhaw. Highlights Festival planners aim to create an “artsy and fun” vibe in downtown. Picture visual artists painting, throwing pottery, woodcarving, blacksmithing and blowing glass along the streets, as well as a youth art show featuring over 300 pieces of art from nearly 20 area schools. Then picture performing artists juggling in the streets, as well as magicians, caricature artists and stilt walkers. Acoustic performers will be positioned throughout the festival under the Oak Tree bandstand on East North Main, in Art Alley on West North Main, in the beer garden in the Waxhaw Water Tower Community Corner, in the Wine Cellar inside the Waxhaw Woman’s Club and along Highway 75. This is all paired with great tastes of food from area restaurants. The Food The Taste of Waxhaw will feature more than 20 Waxhaw restaurants showcasing three or four menu items in bite-size portions. Think mini Philly cheesesteak sandwiches, Rueben rolls, tacos, mini burgers and chicken sliders. Participating restaurants 4th Corner Bakehouse & Coffee Co., Black Chicken Waxhaw, Blue Lagoon Cafe, Broome Street Burgers, Burney's Sweets and More,

Street between Created in the Carolinas and Winning Awards) 12-2 p.m. – Christine Robinson 3-5 p.m. – Josh Burch The Well (Corner Highway 16 and West North Main Street) 11 a.m.-1 p.m. – Jessica Pall 2-4 p.m. – Jim Sharkey Oak Tree Bandstand (across from Dreamchaser’s Brewery/ Black Chicken) 11 a.m.-1 p.m. – Vince Rivers 2-4 p.m. – Dobie Toms

Cookie Dough Bliss, El Vallarta Mexican Restaurant, Emmet's Social Table, Mary O'Neills Irish Pub, Maxwell Tavern, Moe's Original BBQ, Queen's South Bar & Grill, Rippington's, Rock Store BBQ Waxhaw, St. Stack's Kitchen, South Main Street BBQ and The Cupcake Queen. St. Stephen Maronite Catholic Church will also have a tray of hummus, falafel and pita bread. Kaleidoscope Fest tokens will be used to buy food and drink items throughout the festival. Family-size token bag cost $50 for 45 tokens. Large token bags cost $20 for 15 tokens. Small token bags cost $10 for seven tokens. Most food items cost between two and four tokens for each menu item. Tokens can be purchased by cash or credit card.

Road and Highway 16 Grass lot in front of new apartments on Highway 16 Waxhaw Elementary School Street parking

The Art More than 60 artists and crafters will sell their wares on the street and inside the Duncan McDonald House on North McDonald Street. Over 300 pieces of artwork will be on display by nearly 20 area elementary, middle and high schools.

Provisions 10 a.m.-12 p.m. – Tim McGuire 12:30-2:30 p.m. – LA Acoustics 3-5 p.m. – Kris Atom

Public Parking Locations Grass lot corner of Blythe Mill

Trolley Stops A trolley will drive between each of these lots for rider pickup and drop at two downtown locations – heading north stop: corner of Highway 16/75 at stoplight and heading south stop: corner of McDonald Street/Highway 16. A map showing parking and trolley stops will be available at www.waxhaw.com/KFest List of Musicians On-Street Acoustic Musicians South Main Street BBQ 11 a.m.-1 p.m. – George "Scoot" Pittman 2-4 p.m. – Jim Tierney

In the Beer Garden @ Water Tower Community Corner 11 a.m.-1 p.m. – Richard Truesdale 2-4 p.m. – Stella Horsefly Art Alley (West North Main

Inside the Wine Cellar @ Waxhaw Woman's Club 11 a.m.-1 p.m. – Dobie Toms 2-4 p.m. – Nicole McCallister Street Performers Gravity Check Jugglers, Kyle and Ken Magician Adrian Gagnon Caricature Artist Jeff Magnum Interactive Theater of Jef Lambdin, mime, juggler, balancer of things. Mark Lippard, stiltwalker, unicyclist Performing Arts Stage Performances (corner of North Church/ West North Main streets) 10-10:30 a.m. – TBD 10:45-11:15 a.m. – UpLevel Martial Arts 11:30-12 pm – Greek dancers of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral Charlotte 12:15-12:45 p.m. – Progressive Movements Art Centre dancers 1-1:30 p.m. – India dancers of Nrityangan Cultural Academy in Matthews 1:45-2:15 p.m. – TBD 2:30 – 3 p.m. – Gift of Dance Studio dance team 3:15-3:45 p.m. – Connick School of Irish Dancers 4-4:30 p.m. – TBD For a full list of art demonstrations, visit www.waxhaw.com/ kfest

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THINGS TO DO May 17

Food Trucks The Town of Weddington hosts Food Truck Friday at town hall with food, games and music by DJ Fannie Mae. 5:30-9 p.m.; 1924 Weddington Road, Weddington Outdoor Movie The Town of Stallings screens “Lilo & Stitch” at its Backyard Blockbusters series at Stallings Municipal Park. 7:30-11 p.m.; 340 Stallings Park, Stallings

May 18

Farmers Market The Waxhaw Farmers Market offers homegrown foods and treats at the corner of Price and North Church streets in Waxhaw. 9 a.m.- noon; 208 N. Church St., Waxhaw

May 20

Movie Trivia TriviaTainment presents 80s Movies Trivia at Queens South Bar & Grill. Find tickets at www.eventbrite.com. 704-256-4626 7-9 p.m.; 1201 N. Broome St., Waxhaw

Brewery Celebration Southern Range Brewing celebrates its third anniversary with music by Phantom Friends (3:30 p.m.) and Smokin Guns (7 p.m.). Cousins Grand Opening Maine Lobster and The Garbage Pressly Animal Hospital holds a Truck will Sales be onsite.Corporation 704-289-4049 The New York Times Syndication grand opening with tours, food and 1-11 p.m.; 151 S. Stewart St., Monroe 620 Eighth Avenue, New York, N.Y. 10018 a bounce house. 704-234-0374 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; Chestnut Lane,Call: 1-800-972-3550 For301Information Health Fair Matthews For Release Wednesday, Union West May 30,Library 2018 hosts a

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Bluegrass Concert The Indian Trail Lions Club presents a free bluegrass and gospel music concert at Crossing Paths Park. Union Road and Still Pickin bands perform. Refreshments and hotdogs will be for sale. Donations are accepted. 1-4 p.m.; 120 Blythe Drive, Indian Trail

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Grand Opening Thales Academy holds a grand opening and ribbon cutting with the Union County Chamber of Commerce. 10-10:30 a.m.; 8012 New Town Road, Waxhaw

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Senior Coffee The Town of Indian Trail hosts Coffee, Games & Conversation at town hall. The event targets ages 55 and older. 704-821-5401 9:45 a.m.-noon; 315 Matthews-Indian Trail Road, Indian Trail

Music on Main Earth to Mars performs the latest installment of Music on Main in downtown Monroe. If you like Bruno Mars, you'll dig Earth to Mars. 6:30-9:30 p.m.; downtown Monroe

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• Beantown: Coconut Groove Band • Blackfinn Ameripub: Uptown Dueling Pianos • Evening Muse: Chris Trapper & Bill West; DownTown Abby & The Echoes & Daniel Jordan • Mac’s Speed Shop: Monkeytime • Machu Picchu: Wanda Lopez • Moochies: Mike Huffman Band, Underground Owls, 9 Day Trip & Kids in America • Neighborhood Theatre: Hush Kids • Pineville Tavern: Haley Mae Campbell • PNC Pavilion: Chris Young • Queens South: The Smilin’ Dogs • Southern Range: Heath Nestor w/ the Old Man Mafia Band • Stooges Pub: Rock Machine • Sweet Union: The Longleaf Trio • The Fillmore: Christian Nodal • The Underground: Delta Rae • Trail House: Reverend O and the Hellhounds • Vintner’s Hill: Rod Caillouet

• Beantown: Chuck Johnson Duo • Evening Muse: Marti Jones & Don Dixon • Maxwell’s Tavern: Tanner Long • The Gibson: Jeremy Shaw

May 23 • Iron Thunder: Dylan Ray • Seaboard Brewing: Ryan Brooks

Venues Charlotte • Blackfinn Ameripub: 14825 Ballantyne Village Way • Evening Muse: 3227 N. Davidson St. • Neighborhood Theatre: 511 E. 36th St. • PNC Pavilion: 707 Pavilion Blvd. • The Fillmore: 820 Hamilton St. • The Gibson, 11318 N. Community House Road • The Underground: 820 Hamilton St.

May 18 • Evening Muse: Arielle; Redbeard Samurai • Growler USA: Nate Randall • Mary O’Neills: MisTics • Moochies: Keep It Local, Shotgun Saints, Action Jaxxon & DeCarlo • Neighborhood Theatre: Sugaray Rayford • Pour 64: Lisa De Novo • Steady Eddy’s: Jason Brigner • Stooges Pub: Mostley Crue & Audio Assault • Sweet Union: Katana Palmer • Trail House: Austin McNeil Band • Treehouse Vineyards: Caroline Keller Band

May 19 • Beantown: Jade Moore • Evening Muse: Trismalux & Band of Tomorrow • Moochies: Darryl’s Fault, Stick & Stones, Groove Machine & Darrell Harwood • The Underground: Sum 41

May 21 • Evening Muse: Ashlee Joy Hardee; Jesse Lamar Williams & The Menastree Jazz Jam • Neighborhood Theatre: Cracker

Indian Trail • Growler USA: 6443 Old Monroe Road • Sweet Union: 13717 E. Independence Blvd. • Trail House: 6751 Old Monroe Road Matthews • Beantown: 130 Matthews Station St. • Mac’s Speed Shop: 142 E. John St. • Machu Picchu: 11329 E. Independence Blvd. • Moochies: 15060 Idlewild Road • Seaboard Brewing: 213 N. Trade St. • Steady Eddy’s: 2216 E. John St. Mint Hill • Pour 64: 4410 Mint Hill Village Lane • Stooges Pub: 13230 Albemarle Road • VintNer’s Hill: 7427 Matthews-Mint Hill Road Monroe • Iron Thunder: 608 W. Roosevelt Blvd. • Southern Range: 151 S. Stewart St. • Treehouse Vineyards: 301 Bay St. Pineville • Pineville Tavern: 314 N. Polk St. Waxhaw • Mary O’Neills: 116 W. North Main St. • Maxwell’s Tavern: 112 E. South Main St. • Queens South: 1201 N. Broome St.

Best of the Weekly We at the Weekly are excited to announce 2019’s “Best of the Weekly” readers choice awards. This is a chance for our readers to recognize their favorite local businesses. Not only will it honor businesses in our community providing top-tier services, but it also will serve as a resource for new families moving into town.

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Education

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Best Boarding Service

Best Day Care

Best Bakery

Best Groomer

Best Tutoring Center

Best Barbecue

Best Veterinarian

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Best Breakfast

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Automotive

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Entertainment & Arts Best Community Theater Best Live Music Venue

Best Auto Repair

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Best Consignment Store

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Best Women’s Boutique

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Best Plumber Best Heating and Cooling Best Interior Design Best Hardware Store Best Pest Control

Health Best General Practitioner Best Senior Living Best Chiropractor Best Dentist Best Dermatologist

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Best Florist

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Best Funeral Home

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Best Dance Studio Best Golf Course

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Best Park

Best Flooring Store

Best Sporting Goods Store

Best Landscaping Company

Best Gym

Best General Contractor

Cast your vote online at www.unioncountyweekly.com/best-of-the-weekly

Voting will run through May 31 Fill out this page with your vote and mail it to: Charlotte Media Group PO Box 1104, Matthews, NC 28106

BROUGHT TO YOU BY Hamilton performs for climate change WAXHAW – In a three-day immersive experience, Grammy Award-winning artist Anthony Hamilton will join the ranks of other world-famous musicians and scientists to put a focus on climate-change solutions. The event scheduled for May 17-19 will be curated by Earth's Call, a nonprofit that funds innovative solutions to fight the climate crisis. Hamilton will join Colbie Caillat, Mickey Hart, Patti LaBelle, Ladysmith Black Mambazo and Alan Parsons – along with the Compton Kidz Club and the Earth's Symphony Orchestra.

Panel discussion focuses on Tank Town MATTHEWS – The Matthews Heritage Museum will hold a panel discussion, “Voices of Tank Town,” in conjunction with the exhibit, “Tank Town: A Good Place to Live.” Four current and former residents of Tank

Town will participate on a panel discussion. Harvey Boyd, Kenneth Alexander, Addie McNeal Dixon and Walter Stewart will share their remembrances of growing up in Tank Town. The free program starts at 6 p.m. May 30 at the Matthews Public Library, 230 Matthews Station St. It’s open to the public, but seating is limited. Call 704-708-4996 to reserve.

Attn: 'Game of Thrones' fans CHARLOTTE – Discovery Place Science will celebrate all things “Game of Thrones” during Science on the Rocks. Guests 21-and-older can enjoy specialty food and drinks, including House of Targaryen chocolate rum truffles, a White Walker cocktail and Jon Snowballs mini donuts. Visitors can try their hand at archery with menacing characters as targets. They'll also protect Bran in a “hold the door” tug-of-war challenge and defend the Night’s Watch with a catapult at The Wall. The event takes place 5 to 9 p.m. May 17 at Discovery Place Science. Tickets cost $14 at the door. Visit www.science.discoveryplace. org for details.

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Arts council announces student winners MONROE – The Union County Community Arts Council has announced winners of its Union County Student Artist Showcase for 2019. The countywide competition is designed to promote interest in the arts. Students from Union County Public Schools, charter schools and area home schools were invited to submit work in the categories of ceramics/pottery, crafts, computer art, digital imagery, black and white drawing, color drawing, mixed media, painting and printmaking. “The Union County Student Artist Showcase is the largest art show in Union County,” Executive Director Barbara Faulk said. “The arts council supports and encourages our youth through arts education programs and services and commends these students on such diverse and creative work. This is one of the most impressive art shows anywhere in the area. These students are amazing.” The show was on exhibit May 4 and 5 at the Charlotte Highway location of South Piedmont Community Arts Council.

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3rd – Natalie Vimislik (Porter Ridge)

HIGH SCHOOLS Best of Show – Mia Nguyen (Marvin Ridge) Drawing (Black and White) 1st – Lindsey Ringeling (Union County Early College) 2nd – Bayli Wolfe (CATA) 3rd – Julie Warren (Weddington) Honorable Mention – Elizabeth Briecs (Weddington) Honorable Mention – Abby Boland (Sun Valley) Honorable Mention – Angela Fleck (Forest Hills) Drawing (Color) 1st – Grace Laxton (CATA) 2nd – Angela Cho (Porter Ridge) 3rd – Carlos Chavez (CATA) Honorable Mention – Daniel Baker (CATA) Honorable Mention – Toby McAllister (Cuthbertson) Honorable Mention – Isabella Fario (CATA)

Best of Show – Alexis Mintz (Piedmont Middle) Drawing (Black and White) 1st – Maddie Morse (Piedmont) 2nd – Rachel Venn (Marvin Ridge) 3rd – CJ Redfearn (Monroe) Honorable Mention – Alex McManus (Parkwood) Drawing (Color) 1st – Ashley Cole (Porter Ridge) 2nd – Katie Arce (Union Preparatory Academy) 3rd – Sanjita Srinath (Weddington) Honorable Mention – Malania Lee (Parkwood)

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Mixed Media 2D 1st – Alexis Mintz (Piedmont) 2nd – Selena Huang (Cuthbertson) 3rd – Gia Patel (Weddington) Honorable Mention – Stephanie Grigg (East Union) Honorable Mention – Austyn Ossman (East Union)

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Mixed Media 3D 1st – Lora Hildebrand (Piedmont) 2nd – Alexis LeBatard (Piedmont) 3rd – Emma Munday (Union Academy) Ceramics/Pottery 1st – Angelina Correal (Parkwood) 2nd – Bradley Medlin (Porter Ridge) 3rd – Daniela Tutleya (Porter Ridge) Honorable Mention – Ali Perruquett (Piedmont)

Mixed Media 3D 1st – Molly Raiola (Weddington) 2nd – Carolyn Blumenthal (Parkwood) 3rd – Valeria Cervantes (Piedmont)

Crafts 1st – Mia Sasser (Piedmont) 2nd – Grace Joyner (CATA) 3rd – Taylor Swain (Union Academy)

Ceramics/Pottery 1st – Tess Brico (Porter Ridge) 2nd – Aanya Talesara (Marvin Ridge) 3rd – Campbell Fagan (Porter Ridge)

Painting 1st – Aarushi Talesara (Marvin Ridge) 2nd – Mary Ormand (Cuthbertson) 3rd – Olivia Galuppo (Cuthbertson) Honorable Mention – Cassidy Gardner (Piedmont) Honorable Mention – Roxie Owen (Piedmont) Honorable Mention – Melanie Orduna-Villarreal (Monroe)

Crafts 1st – Alexis Salvador (Porter Ridge) 2nd – Bryce Davis (East Union)

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Mixed Media 2D 1st - Mia Nguyen (Marvin Ridge) 2nd – Camila Moreno-Lizarazo (Porter Ridge) 3rd – Whitley Long (Piedmont) Honorable Mention – Renia Flores Lopez (Monroe) Honorable Mention – Sam Dennis (Porter Ridge) Honorable Mention – Payton Mills (Porter Ridge)

Painting 1st – Abby Smith (Piedmont) 2nd – Sofia Minecva (Porter Ridge) 3rd – Josie Miller (Union Preparatory) Honorable Mention – Jacob Rodriguez) Honorable Mention – Madison Cumber (Piedmont) Honorable Mention – CJ Redfearn (Monroe) Print Making 1st – Danielle Colling (Marvin Ridge) 2nd – Claire Wang (Marvin Ridge) 3rd – Lori Williams (Weddington) Sculpture 1st – Irena Pineda-Luna (Porter Ridge) 2nd – Will O-Connor (Union Academy) 3rd – Audrey Davis (East Union) Digital Imagery 1st – Casen Matic (Marvin Ridge) 2nd – Sarah Caruso (Piedmont)

Print Making 1st – Aidan Arnold (Sun Valley) 2nd – Mayra Garcia (Monroe) 3rd – Brittney Hernandez (Monroe) Honorable Mention – Lea Yang (Sun Valley) Sculpture 1st – Alexia Miller (Piedmont) 2nd – Rebecca Hartung (Union Academy) 3rd place – Alyssa Bowman (Sun Valley) Digital Imagery 1st – Anna Lehtela (Marvin Ridge) 2nd – Sam Doejarren (Piedmont) 3rd – Hayden Carpenter (Union Academy) Honorable Mention – Claire Carpenter (Union Academy) Honorable Mention – Rhiannon Balazs (Union Academy) Honorable Mention – Samantha Ferko (Union Academy)

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Baylog has been terrific all season, but the Marvin Ridge pitcher has turned it up in the postseason. Baylog has thrown perfect games against North Forsyth and AC Reynolds while striking out 24 of the 42 batters faced. She also went 3-for-8 with a double, triple and three RBIs at the plate in those two games.

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